Q: pesky "cooling system performance" code... fans and AC dont operate..no leaks...no overheating

asked by on December 14, 2016

"Cooling system performance" code....coolant sensor was replaced with OEM, fan control mod replaced with OEM, fans and AC dont operate, however fans do operate when jumped. Temp stays at 190 and no leaks. I did NOT replace thermostat yet...

My car has 57000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.

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